Presenters: Lynn M. Connors, Reverse Mortgage Specialist and Sales Manager Commonfund Mortgage Corp.
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1 Reverse Mortgages July 28, 2016 Presenters: Lynn M. Connors, Reverse Mortgage Specialist and Sales Manager Commonfund Mortgage Corp. Jennifer, N. Levy, Esq., Senior Staff Attorney at JASA Legal Services for the Elderly In partnership with Funded through the New York State Attorney General Homeownership Protection Program
2 HECM Counselor in NYC Angella Davidson NHS of East Flatbush (Network Partner) (718) To find others, go to HUD s locator. HECM Counseling in NYC Presenter: Lynn M. Connors Reverse Mortgage Specialist and Sales Manager for Commonfund Mortgage Corp., based in Syracuse, N.Y. Over 9 years of Reverse Mortgage experience Licensed to originate mortgage loans in New York and Maine, NMLS # Prides herself on her high degree of ethics and her compassion for assisting the elderly Has helped hundreds of seniors to remain in their homes Presenter: Lynn M. Connors
3 Reverse Mortgage Basics A Reverse Mortgage is a FHA-insured home equity mortgage that allows seniors, aged 62 and older, to convert a portion of their home equity into cash. HECM: Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Reverse Mortgage Basics HECM Features Non-Recourse Loan (no risk to borrower or their heirs) No Repayment Required until the home is sold, or borrower no longer lives in the home Borrower retains title to the home responsible for paying property taxes, homeowner s insurance, and home maintenance Borrower can use proceeds of the loan to supplement retirement/fixed income Reverse Mortgage Proceeds are Tax-Free Reverse Mortgage Basics
4 Eligible Property Types Single-family homes & townhomes Multi-family Homes (1-4 unit, owner occupied) Manufactured Homes (certain conditions apply) HUD approved condos Co-ops are NOT eligible All properties must meet FHA Standards and be borrower s primary residence Reverse Mortgage Basics Typical Uses of Proceeds There are no restrictions on the usage of proceeds from a Reverse Mortgage. Supplement daily living expenses Cover medical expenses Pay off existing mortgages and other debts Improve monthly cash flow Avoid foreclosure and tax auctions Fund home repairs and modifications Build an emergency fund Typical Uses of Proceeds
5 Typical Uses of Proceeds Proceeds can be taken out in any combination of cash, monthly payments to borrowers, and/or line of credit (draw proceeds as and when needed) Typical Uses of Proceeds How Much is Available? Formula based upon age, home value, and interest rate Amount available based on age of the youngest homeowner Minimum age is 62, but younger non-borrowing spouses are allowed and protected under the loan The older the borrower, the more they can borrow ( Age to Value ) Determining What s Available
6 How Much is Available? Loan proceeds must be used to satisfy all mortgages, liens, and judgments on title Closing costs typically financed with the loan for minimal outof-pocket expense FHA lending limit is $625,500 Determining What s Available Borrower Financial Assessment HUD introduced Financial Assessments in 2015 to ensure that borrowers can afford to remain in their homes Borrowers must qualify for income and credit Credit Character not credit score based, but look at payment history for the past 24 months Residual Income ( RI ) Calculation after paying all taxes, maintenance, HOI, HOA, and all debts Financial Assessment
7 Borrower Financial Assessment If borrowers do not pass, a Lifetime Escrow Set Aside account ( LESA ) will be required to pre-fund the taxes and HOI for their expected lifetimes Borrowers are allowed to explain extenuating circumstances subject to approval LESA reduces proceeds available to borrowers, but reduces chances of tax/insurance defaults and foreclosures under the loan Financial Assessment Borrower Financial Assessment If required, the LESA cannot be waived Some borrowers opt to have a LESA even if not required Can assist borrowers with credit repair and to apply for all NYS Property Tax Exemptions to reduce the amount of the LESA, if required Pending Foreclosures will require LESA s Financial Assessment
8 Non-Borrowing Spouses All borrowers must be 62 or older Younger spouses must be removed from title prior to closing and are considered to be a Non-Borrowing Spouse ( NBS ) Non-titled, age-eligible borrowers can be a NBS Proceeds available to borrower are based upon the younger spouse s age Non-Borrowing Spouses Non-Borrowing Spouses Upon the death of the borrowing spouse, the loan will not become due and payable and NBS is able to remain in the property after the death of the borrower, provided that they: establish legal ownership or other legal right to remain in the property within 90 days are married to the borrower at the time of their death currently reside in the home as their primary residence maintain all requirements of the loan (taxes, HOI, maintenance) Non-Borrowing Spouses
9 NBS Important Facts NBS does not have any access to the borrower s Line of Credit or any future proceeds upon the death of the borrower Funds withdrawn prior to death can be retained by NBS, but no additional funds are available The NBS has the option of satisfying the loan by paying off 95% of the outstanding principal balance (same provided to the Estate) NBS Important Facts NBS Important Facts For FHA Case Numbers issued: On or after August 4, 2014 NBS rights to remain are automatically provided if loan is not in default and all loan requirements continue to be met Prior to August 4, 2014 HUD now allows the lender the option to defer, calling the loan due and payable and grant the NBS the ability to remain in the home The loan must not be in default and the NBS must meet all requirements for the Mortgagee Optional Election Assignment. NBS Important Facts
10 HECM for Purchase Seniors can use a HECM for Purchase to purchase a new primary residence Same terms as a Standard FHA HECM but used to purchase a new primary residence Can enjoy living in a new, more suitable home and have no mortgage payments for as long as they live in the new home Can upsize to a more costly home than the departure residence; often times the home desired is more expensive than the home they are selling HECM for Purchase HECM for Purchase Borrower can access 100% of the net proceeds available, applied towards the purchase of the home. Balance must come from savings/investments or sale of the borrower s departure home (funds must be verified and seasoned) Borrower must pass all Financial Assessment as with the standard HECM HECM for Purchase
11 Reverse Mortgage Myths A reverse mortgage is one of the most misunderstood products Myth #1: I cannot get a reverse mortgage if I have an existing mortgage. False. If your house isn t paid off, the reverse mortgage must be used to payoff your mortgage. However, you will be relieved from having to make further mortgage payments! Reverse Mortgage Myths Reverse Mortgage Myths Myth #2: The lender (or the government) will own my home if I get a reverse mortgage. False. The borrower retains ownership to the home and is responsible for paying the property taxes, homeowners insurance and maintaining the home. Myth #3: Only low-income seniors get reverse mortgages. False. A growing number of seniors who have no immediate need for the proceeds are taking a reverse mortgage so that they have a financial cushion for the future. Reverse Mortgage Myths
12 Reverse Mortgage Myths Myth #4: The lender will evict me if I live longer than expected. False. There is no time limit on how long a borrower can remain in their home. The borrower can remain in the home for as long as it is their primary residence and as long as the taxes and HOI are paid. Reverse Mortgage Myths Reverse Mortgage Myths Myth #5: A reverse mortgage will affect my government benefits. False. A reverse mortgage generally does not affect regular Social Security or Medicare benefits. Medicaid eligibility may be affected, and we recommend potential borrowers contact their benefits administrator or financial advisor. Reverse Mortgage Myths
13 Reverse Mortgage Myths Myth #6: My children will be responsible for the repayment of the loan when I die. False. If the borrower s heirs wish to retain the home, they must pay off the loan. However, the heirs are never responsible for any repayment of the loan -- only the sale proceeds of the home are used to payoff the debt. This is a non-recourse loan (no personal responsibility of the borrower or their heirs.) Reverse Mortgage Myths Reverse Mortgage Case Examples
14 Example #1 Home Value: $500,000 Borrower Age(s): 72 Current Mortgage Balance: $175,000 Monthly $805 (P&I) Financial Assessment Results: Pass No LESA Required Background: Borrower recently lost her spouse and has suffered a significant loss of household income. She s fearful that she will be unable to meet all debt obligations and lives on $1,700/mo. from Social Security. She lost her husband s pension upon his passing, and lost her Social Security (retained his under spousal benefit). Reverse Mortgage Examples Example #1 Result: After financing closing costs and paying off the current mortgage, borrower will have access to about $97,673, which she can take up to $29,550 at closing or in the first year, with the balance of $68,123 in year 2 and beyond. Borrower s cash flow is increased by $805/mo. (excluding any additional funds drawn from her Reverse Mortgage Line of Credit). Reverse Mortgage Examples
15 Example #2 Home Value: $500,000 Borrower Age(s): 72 Current Mortgage Balance: $175,000 Monthly $805 (P&I) Mortgage is in Default Lender threatening foreclosure Unpaid Taxes of $15,000 Tax auction pending (Taxes 3,600 /yr., HOI $1,500/yr.) Financial Assessment Results Fail: full LESA required (due to Foreclosure) Reverse Mortgage Examples Example #2 Background: Borrower recently lost her spouse and has suffered a significant loss of household income. She has been unable to meet all debt obligations and lives on $1,700/mo. from Social Security. Lost her husband s pension upon his passing, and lost her Social Security (retained his under spousal benefit). Reverse Mortgage Examples
16 Example #2 Result: After financing closing costs, paying off the current mortgage and unpaid taxes, borrower will have access to about $27,998, which she can take at closing or leave in a Line of Credit. A fully funded LESA is established to pay all taxes and HOI for 19 years. Tax auction and foreclosure proceedings are no longer a threat to borrower, who can remain in her home and know taxes and HOI will be paid. Cash flow is improved by $805/mo. Reverse Mortgage Examples Example #3 Background: Borrower (aged 72) is selling a home for $350,000 and has a current mortgage balance of $80,000. He is looking to purchase a home in a retirement community for $500,000. Borrower can be approved for a traditional mortgage but prefers not to have a mortgage payment in retirement. Borrower also wishes to reduce the amount of funds needed to be withdrawn from investment accounts to purchase home. Reverse Mortgage Examples
17 Example #3 Departure Home Sale: $350,000 Less: Real Estate Commissions (7%): -24,500 Less: Mortgage Payoff: -50,000 Net Sale Proceeds: $275,000 Purchase Price New Home: $500,000 Net Reverse Mortgage Proceeds: -$272,673 Net Cash Required/Down Payment: $227,327 Reverse Mortgage Examples Example #3 Result: Borrower purchases new, more suitable home, will have no mortgage payments and nets $47,673 that they can invest or have in a Line of Credit for future usage. Avoided drawing funds from investment account. Reverse Mortgage Examples
18 Example #4- Short Payoff Home Value: $500,000 Borrower Age(s): 72 Current Mortgage Payoff: $490,000 In foreclosure (includes all fees & interest) Mortgage is in Default Lender threatening foreclosure Financial Assessment Results Fail: full LESA required Reverse Mortgage Examples Example #4- Short Payoff Background: Borrower has been unable to make mortgage payments due to her illness and loss of spouse. The lender has commenced foreclosure proceedings. After establishing the LESA and financing closing costs, the net proceeds available from reverse mortgage only allow for a payoff of $217,998. Lender must accept a short payoff to avoid foreclosure and will continue to incur legal expenses. Reverse Mortgage Examples
19 Example #4- Short Payoff Result: Lender accepts short payoff to avoid foreclosure. Borrower is able to remain in the home, without mortgage payments. Lender avoids costly legal expenses and reputational risk of evicting an ailing senior. A fully funded LESA is established to pay the taxes and HOI for the borrower s expected lifetime (age 91). Reverse Mortgage Examples Questions?
20 Presenter: Jennifer N. Levy, Esq. Senior Staff Attorney at JASA Legal Services for the Elderly in Queens B.A. from New York University and her J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law Admitted to practice law in the State of New York and New Jersey as well as the Southern District of New York, Eastern District of New York, and the Federal Court of New Jersey Jennifer is a member of the New York Women's Bar Association Presenter: Jennifer N. Levy, Esq. Issues Facing Senior Citizens Most common reasons Senior citizens face economic hardships: Spouse passed away, causing a loss of income Live on limited fixed income (Social Security, Pension, SNAP benefits, etc) Increase in medical expenses Increase in other monthly expenses Non-paying tenants Family members not contributing financially Victims of various type of scams and financial abuse Issues Facing Senior Citizens
21 Interviewing Older Individuals Consider these factors: Individual variables (age, race, ethnic background, etc.) Physical abilities Cognitive abilities (usually better to interview in the morning) May be hard of hearing or unable to see well May need medications and accommodations for disabilities and limitations (wheelchairs, walkers, transportation, etc.) Interviewing Older Individuals Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure How to evaluate for a possible foreclosure case: Ask whether the homeowner has been served with Court papers Check to see if a foreclosure has been filed by checking e- Courts and e-file websites Ask to see the homeowner s mortgage statement Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure
22 Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure How to evaluate for a possible foreclosure case (continued): Ask to see all letters from the reverse mortgage servicer to check for a default notice Check the homeowner s property tax payment history Check whether the person is current on his or her Homeowner s Insurance (flood insurance if applicable) Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure Defaults on Reverse Mortgages
23 Reasons for Default Unlike a traditional forward mortgage, the homeowner does not have to repay the loan until the homeowner passes away UNLESS the homeowner defaults on the terms of the mortgage for any of the following reasons: Homeowner no longer lives in the home as their primary residence Homeowner fails to pay property taxes, homeowner s insurance or water/sewer charges Failure to make necessary repairs & maintenance Named spouse on deed & mortgage passes away Reverse Mortgage Defaults Failure to Pay Property Charges Depending on terms of mortgage, either the reverse mortgage servicer will pay for the property charges through a Line of Credit/LESA or the homeowner is responsible for paying If homeowner is responsible or Line of Credit runs out: The servicer will advance payments on behalf of homeowner if homeowner misses a property tax, insurance, and/or water/sewer payment. Loan account is placed into default with a negative balance (default balance due in order to bring account current) Reverse Mortgage Defaults
24 HUD Mortgagee Letter HUD issues Mortgagee Letters which govern the HECM program. Most recent Mortgagee Letter lifted a previously placed ban on repayment plans now allowing servicers to approve repayment plans This includes loans that are already in foreclosure Recent FAQ published clarified that repayment plans are allowed, regardless of when a foreclosure action was commenced Reverse Mortgage Defaults Non-Borrower Surviving Spouse Younger spouse removed from deed and only older spouse is left on deed & mortgage in order to qualify for a larger reverse mortgage loan Issue arises when named spouse passes away and the reverse mortgage is called due and payable Non-Borrower Surviving Spouse
25 Non-Borrower Surviving Spouse Statutory Rights: 12 U.S.C. 1715z-20(j): HUD may not insure mortgage unless it protects homeowner from displacement until death or sale of property. Homeowner includes spouse of homeowner. Non-Borrower Surviving Spouse HUD Mortgagee Letter Regarding non-borrower spouses: Mortgagee Letter allows an eligible non-borrowing surviving spouse to elect the MOE assignment Must show the following: Marriage Certificate Good Marketable Title or other legal interest in the property within 90 days of borrower s death Must cure any default prior to being considered for HUD s NBS deferral program Reverse Mortgage Defaults
26 Pre-Foreclosure If a reverse mortgage servicer has not yet filed a foreclosure action, the counselor can at intake: Seek default balance by calling servicer Send a qualified written request Request for Information to servicer seeking the current default balance with details of the disbursements made Seek a repayment plan with servicer Apply for a grant to cure the Default Balance Reverse Mortgage Defaults How to Cure a Default Balance Seek a repayment plan with servicer. Homeowner will have to be financially evaluated. Apply for a grant to cure the Default Balance NYC HRA One Shot Deal Bridge Fund Other grants Reverse Mortgage Defaults
27 Case Example #5 Homeowner received a notice from their reverse mortgage servicer stating that they are in default. The notice states the borrower failed to pay their property taxes and that they owe a total of $2, Homeowner was in the hospital due to illness and forgot to pay property taxes for the first quarter of Homeowner is able to make property tax payments going forward, but needs help paying the default balance owed to the servicer. Advocate applies for a repayment plan with reverse mortgage servicer and homeowner is able to afford the monthly payments. Foreclosure prevented. Reverse Mortgage Defaults Case Example #6 Homeowner received a notice from the reverse mortgage servicer stating that they are in default. The notice states the borrower failed to pay property taxes and a total of $15,000 is owed. Homeowner was unaware of responsibility for paying property taxes and insurance because lender/servicer had always paid through a Line of Credit. Homeowner was never notified that the Line of Credit was diminished. Homeowner is able to afford property tax and insurance payments going forward, but needs help paying the default balance owed to the servicer. Advocate applies and obtains a grant to cover the $15,000 default balance. Foreclosure prevented. Reverse Mortgage Defaults
28 Increase in Filings of Reverse Mortgage Foreclosures Foreclosure If the servicer has already filed a foreclosure action, the counselor should: Immediately refer the case to a legal services provider At intake, also check: Has an answer has been filed? (clerk s minutes online) Is there an upcoming court appearance? (e-courts website) Has homeowner asked servicer for a repayment plan? Were they already in a repayment plan? Reverse Mortgage Foreclosures
29 Issues with Foreclosures Commenced for failure to pay property charges: Complaint is often vague and does not state exactly why the homeowner is in default and does not state how much is owed in order to cure the default Opposing counsel often delays in responding to requests for a current detailed default balance or reinstatement letter Often need to escalate with servicer directly (For New York State attorneys, you must obtain written permission from opposing counsel to speak directly with servicer) Reverse Mortgage Foreclosures Defenses to Foreclosure: Prior approval from HUD to accelerate loan is a Condition Precedent (Requirement in the terms of the note and mortgage) Notice requirements under terms of mortgage, note, HUD rules, NY s R.P.L. 280-a, and DFS rules Complaint is vague, fails to provide specific reason for default and how much is owed to cure default Equity Argument (See handout for sample Pro Se Answer) Reverse Mortgage Foreclosures
30 Equity & Public Policy Arguments Remember! The purpose of the HECM program is to help seniors stay in their homes The Congressional intent behind the HECM Statute was to safeguard seniors from being displaced from their homes Law is still developing Ongoing national advocacy Reverse Mortgage Foreclosures Legislative Advocacy For reverse mortgage foreclosures: CPLR 3408 does not include reverse mortgage foreclosures in the settlement conference part Certificate of Merit or 90-day notice also not required for reverse mortgage foreclosures. As a result, reverse mortgage foreclosures move through the foreclosure process much faster HUD s mortgagee letters need to require loss mitigation Need stronger protections for non-borrower surviving spouses Legislative Advocacy
31 Using a Reverse Mortgage to Prevent a Forward Mortgage Foreclosure Forward Mortgage Foreclosure For elderly homeowners who are in foreclosure for a forward mortgage, obtaining a reverse mortgage to pay off the existing forward mortgage may be a great alternative to foreclosure. What are the homeowner s intentions? Do they want to keep their home? Depends on homeowner s age and other factors considered when applying for a reverse mortgage Consider offering a short pay-off Forward Mortgage Foreclosure
32 Case Example #7 Situation: Age: 84 Homeowner is in foreclosure Owes $143,000. Homeowner s monthly income is $1,500 in Social Security and $600 in Pension Property taxes and homeowner s insurance is approximately $700 per month. Using Reverse Mortgages to Prevent Foreclosure Case Example #7 Resolution: reverse mortgage Home value and maximum claim amount: $580,000 Principal limit: $390,920 LESA required: $19,868 Using Reverse Mortgages to Prevent Foreclosure
33 Case Example #7 Resolution: foreclosure prevented Upfront mortgage insurance of $14,500 and origination costs of $10,000 Maximum pay-off after origination fees & other costs: $346,000 Homeowner uses $143,000 to pay off prior mortgage and has $203,000 in line of credit Using Reverse Mortgages to Prevent Foreclosure Case Example #8 Situation: Age: 84 Homeowner is in foreclosure Owes $580,000. Homeowner s monthly income is $1,500 in Social Security and $600 in Pension Property taxes and homeowner s insurance is approximately $700 per month. Reverse Mortgage Defaults
34 Case Example #8 Resolution: reverse mortgage Home value and maximum claim amount: $580,000 Principal limit: $390,920 Upfront mortgage insurance $14,500 and origination costs of $10,000 LESA required: $19,868 Reverse Mortgage Defaults Case Example #8 Resolution: foreclosure prevented Maximum pay-off after origination fees and other costs: $346,000 Bank agrees to short pay-off of $320,000, with $260,000 in principal forgiveness Homeowner uses $320,000 from reverse mortgage funds to pay off prior mortgage and has $26,000 in line of credit. Reverse Mortgage Defaults
35 Escalations HOPP partners and the Center s Network Partners can escalate reverse mortgage issues to escalations@cnycn.org or by calling Using Reverse Mortgages to Prevent Foreclosure Jennifer Levy JASA- Legal Services for the Elderly in Queens Jlevy@jasa.org (718) Lynn M. Connors NMLS # Reverse Mortgage Sales Manager Commonfund Mortgage Corp. 717 Erie Blvd. West Syracuse, NY connorsl@commonfundmtg.com (or)
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